Do you need a hand held magnifying glass? These are probably what most people think of when they hear the word 'magnifier'. This is where you can find a classic Victorian-style metal magnifying glass, a 'jumbo-size' hand-held magnifier, lightweight rectangular hand magnifier and high-strength low-vision aids from renowned lens specialists like Eschenbach and COIL.

Looking for a magnifying glass with light? Sometimes even the very best magnifying lens needs a little extra to highlight a subject. That's where our illuminated magnifiers come to the rescue. Most of them now have bright, energy-efficient LEDs, which last longer than traditional tungsten bulbs and provide more comfortable and brighter working light for the user. A magnifier with light is ideal for use in areas where illumination is poor and for concentrated tasks where the viewer's head is so close to the lens that a shadow is created over the subject matter.

You can find the largest magnifiers right here. Page and sheet magnifiers have flat 'fresnel' lenses made up of fine concentric grooves which focus and direct light towards the centre. They are light, inexpensive and easy to store, and popular because they allow the user to view much larger areas than normal magnifying glasses. We have the most comprehensive range of fresnel magnifier sheets, covering all sizes from credit card up to full page.

Need a magnifier to help with reading? With our text magnifiers or reading aids there's no need to squint at the small print. Clever or award-winning magnifiers like the Linereader Bar Magnifier or COIL Visual Tracking Magnifier make hard-to-read words and lines stand out, and are essential low-vision tools for people who struggle with concentration or who have conditions like myopia and visual dyslexia.

Keep both hands free with these stand and round the neck magnifiers. Not all magnifiers have to be held. Sometimes it is easier for the user to have both hands free. Our selection offers magnifying stands for various hands-free applications, including model-making, sewing, reading and crafts.

High strength magnifiers have the most powerful magnifying lenses to make inspection tasks easier. Desk and inspection magnifiers are spot on for precision work. Our range includes various high quality loupes for close-up analysis in the laboratory, field, office or home - any place where fine detail needs to be seen. Why not take a closer look?

Head worn magnifying loupes allow you to concentrate on intricate tasks requiring the use of one or both hands. Ideal for craft, electronics, jewellery making, modelling and repair, they bring you close to your subject, so you can see more clearly and work in sharper focus.

Professional, hobby and task lights with magnifying lenses for hands free work. Why work in low light when a magnifying lamp could make your task easier and more enjoyable? We offer a selection of lamps with daylight or tungsten bulbs to cover most home, hobby and professional applications.

Magnifiers printed with your logo or message make ideal promotional gifts. They have a high-perceived value but start at pocket-money prices to make any budget stretch further. Ask us to quote for any magnifier or select from our popular business gift range, shown here with guide prices

A choice of mirrors with magnifying lenses. Give yourself an admiring glance with one of our magnifying mirrors. Our selection includes lightweight travel mirrors, smart compacts and larger cosmetics mirrors. They are ideal for those who wear contact lenses or glasses as well as anyone with normal vision who wants a close-up view when shaving or applying make-up.

Spectacle glasses with LEDs for a little more light when reading. Make low-light reading more comfortable with our illuminated single-vision reading glasses - what a bright idea! They feature two tiny LEDs which project extra light just where you need it at the flick of a switch and a tilt of the head. Ideal for anyone who needs reading glasses with a little more illumination for reading or hands-free close-up work

Lamps and lights for professional applications. A selection of very high quality desktop and floor-standing task lamps and light boxes for art, craft, reading and other popular leisure activities. Several feature natural daylight bulbs and some are endorsed by the RNIB as safe and suitable for spectacle wearers and those with impaired vision.

Opera magnifying glasses bring the performance closer to you. "Oh darling they're simply divine!". Our exquisite Opera Glasses, also known as Theatre Binoculars or Galilean Binoculars, are timeless gifts for lovers of opera, theatre, ballet, music and sport. They feature optical-grade glass lenses of 3x magnification, the optimum magnifying strength for minimal image 'shake' during performances.

We are often asked for other low-vision products and other visual aids - those little things for use around the home that can make everyday living safer and simpler. A needle threader, a liquid level indicator and a talking clock are among our essential products for over 50s, elderly, blind and visually impaired.

The famous fictional detective magnifying glass, made popular by the likes of Holmes, Poirot and Lupin. Choice of six sizes, real glass lenses, metal rims, retro design and high class finish.

Since the 1980s The Daylight Company has been helping professionals and hobbyists to improve performance and efficiency with more natural illumination. Their lamps are designed for artists, beauticians, crafters, engineers and people with sight loss, and subject to constant development to take advantage of the best available light and magnification technology.

A pioneer in low vision for more than 150 years, Schweizer is one of the most renowned names in the field of magnifying visual aids. Their magnifiers are made in Germany to the highest production standards, following extensive research and development to ensure that their products are well-designed with many unique and user-friendly optical features.

Since 1913 Eschenbach has been a world leader for low vision aids, winning numerous accolades for its pioneering lens technology, and superior quality magnifying glasses made and designed in Germany.

Magnifiers make lovely gifts. Is there any escape from Christmas, or other celebrations? How does anyone survive the season of Secret Santas, Stocking Fillers and the pursuit of that Perfect Present? To help we've tried to do our bit (in a light-hearted way) by coming up with a World Exclusive: ‘The 12 Magnifying Days of Christmas’!